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8.
As regards their expectations of the new Governor, most respondents hoped that Mr
Patten could bring solutions to Hong Kong's internal problems such as inflation, law and order, and democratic development.
Some respondents hoped that with his skills in leadership and political experience, he could balance the different voices within the Legislative Council. Some respondents pointed out that although Mr Patten possessed relatively little knowledge of Chinese and Hong Kong affairs, he might be more able to listen objectively to views from all sides in his endeavour to ensure Hong Kong's stability and a smooth transition.
HOUSING RELIEF FOR SANDWICHED CLASSES
9.
Respondents in general welcomed the proposed study led by SPEL to identify means to introduce housing relief for Hong Kong's middle-income groups.
Some respondents
that urged suggestions should be made promptly. They pointed out that as the middle-income groups were largely young professionals who could emigrate without great difficulty, their need should be
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prevent Some respondents suggested that the tax burden on the middle income groups should be eased, and that the Home Ownership Scheme should also be made available to them.
City and New Territories Administration
8 May 1992
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